Motivation

[TeensyTiff]

Hi everyone. I've had a couple of emotionally hard weeks and I'm finding it really hard to get back into the groove of my diet goals. I'd love for some tips on how I can motivate myself to get back on track. Right now everything just feels too hard and I don't think I'll ever be able to achieve what I want. I know that's a bad attitude, and I'm trying to get passed it, but I just can't seem to pull myself up. Any suggestions would be super appreciated. Thanks.

[brightstar]

I feel your pain! I'm very sorry you're going through a tough time and I hope it's over soon. In my experience, my motivation is best when I don't tell myself I'm going back to it. It's best when I tell myself I'm starting fresh and will do better this time. Start first thing in the morning, tomorrow, and give it a fresh new go.

[MadMike]

Try working with someone else. I feel guilty if I let someone else down but I'm willing ot let myself down. If I work with someone else, I stick to it better

[TroyBurger]

I agree with MadMike. Working out with someone else make it a lot easier to achieve diet goals, especially when you are feeling down and exceptionally unmotivated. That said, even if you have to put your goals on hold for a little bit, don't give yourself a hard time about that TeensyTiff. Sometimes life happens and you just need to take a break. Stopping is a setback but it's not the end of the world. As long as you get back on track eventually, you'll be fine. I think the best thing you can do right now is be good to yourself and not be too hard on yourself.

[Whirlybird]

Put your large weight loss goals aside for now. Instead make a goal to losensure just 2 pounds.when you do, set a new goal.